There are five separate seating options:

How to Purchase Tickets

Click on the purchase button date you would like to attend Bluebird Cafe Concerts. To select your seats, click on a seating section. If that section is sold out, you will see a message asking you to select another seating section. To purchase lawn tickets, please click on the green section.

If you are having trouble placing your order, please call our ticket agent at 866.734.4428.

2018 Artist Bios

July 6: Liz Rose, Phil Barton, Billy Montana

Liz Rose

Grammy Award-winning songwriter, Liz Rose was born and raised in Texas. In the mid-1990s, she moved to Nashville and began writing songs at the age of 37. Rose was a frequent collaborator of Taylor Swift’s, having co-written 16 songs together, including the #1 hits Teardrops on My Guitar, You Belong With Me, and White Horse. She has also penned songs for artists including Tim McGraw, Dan and Shay, Allison Krauss, Blake Shelton and more. In 2015, she won Song Of The Year at the CMA awards and the Grammy for Best Country Song for writing Girl Crush by Little Big Town. Liz is not only a songwriter, but also a successful publisher. Her company, Liz Rose Music, has built a diverse and talented roster of songwriters and has acquired four #1 hits.

Phil Barton

Phil Barton moved to Nashville ten years ago from Sydney Australia and currently writes for Liz Rose Music/Warner Chappell. His songs have been recorded by country music superstars Lee Brice, Sara Evans, David Nail, Eli Young Band, Cassadee Pope, and more. He had his first #1 hit with Lee Brice’s A Woman Like You, which went double platinum in the US and won him an NSAI Award for One Of The Ten Songs I Wish I’d Written. His music also appeared in Oscar Nominated film Sicario, TV show Nashville, and The Sims video game. Before moving to the USA, Barton was a member of the two-time ARIA nominated children’s band The Flower Pot Gang. Over his career, he has had over 800 songs recorded on country, pop, and children’s records worldwide.

Billy Montana

Montana was first inspired to pick up a guitar as a teenager in rural upstate New York by his musician father, and soon after, formed a country/rock band with his brother. After graduating with a degree in agriculture from Cornell, Montana decided to try music full time and traded his dream of becoming a farmer for a record deal on Warner Brothers. Many prominent artists have recorded Montana’s songs, including Kenny Chesney, Martina McBride, Tim McGraw, Jason Aldean, Garth Brooks, Blake Shelton, Trace Adkin, Kellie Pickler, and more. Montana has achieved four #1 country records: Lee Brice’s Hard To Love, Garth Brooks’ More Than A Memory, Sara Evans’ Suds In The Bucket, and Jo Dee Messina’s Bring On The Rain. His song What If I Was Willing was featured on several episodes of the popular television series Nashville.

July 13: Jessi Alexander, Deric Ruttan

Jessi Alexander

Established singer/songwriter, Jessi Alexander is the writer of some of country radio’s chart topping hits. Alexander has penned four #1 hits including I Drive Your Truck, recorded by Lee Brice and winner of the 2013 CMA Awards Song of the Year, 2014 ACM Awards, and 2013 NSAI Awards. Additional number #1 hits include Blake Shelton’s Mine Would Be You and Drink On It. Alexander’s career skyrocketed with her song The Climb. Miley Cyrus recorded the song, and it soon became the anthem for her box office hit, The Hannah Montana Movie, as well as winning the 2009 MTV Movie Awards Best Song From A Movie. Alexander’s nine song album, Down Home is available on iTunes.

Deric Ruttan

Deric Ruttan is a Grammy nominated singer/songwriter and a Canadian country music artist. The writer of multiple #1 hits, Deric was raised just outside Ontario. After moving to Nashville, Deric attracted the attention and praise of songwriters Don Schlitz, Steve Earle, and Steve Bogard. Deric’s songs have been recorded by over 70 artists, including Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Tim McGraw, Dierks Bentley, and Darius Rucker to name a few. In 2013, he celebrated a multi-week #1 hit when Mine Would Be You, recorded by Blake Shelton, topped the charts for three weeks, as well as being nominated for Best Country Song at the Grammy Awards and Song of the Year at the ACM Awards. Deric is currently recording music for a new EP, to be released on his independent label, Black T Records. He lives just outside Nashville, TN with his wife Margaret.

Jonathan Singleton

Originally from Jackson, Tennessee, Jonathan Singleton’s gritty guitars and blues-saturated vocals draw from his Western Tennessee roots, while the stories and lyrical craft are pure Music City. Singleton drove to Nashville every chance he could during college to write and network and eventually landed a publishing deal with Universal South Records. As a songwriter, Jonathan has written hits such as Watching Airplanes by Gary Allan, Red Light and Let It Rain by David Nail, and Why Don’t We Just Dance by Josh Turner. More recent singles include #1 hit A Guy Walks Into A Bar by Tyler Farr, Grammy-nominated hit Diamond Rings and Old Barstools by Tim McGraw, and #1 smash, Yours If You Want It by Rascal Flatts. Other cuts include songs by Blake Shelton, Darius Rucker, Chris Young, Little Big Town, and more. His latest independent album The Getaway can be found on iTunes.

August 17: Eric Paslay, TBA

Eric Paslay

Eric Paslay is a Platinum-selling songwriter and dynamic performer with five No. 1 hits including “Even If It Breaks Your Heart” (Eli Young Band), “Barefoot Blue Jean Night” (Jake Owen), “Angel Eyes” (Love & Theft), “Rewind” (Rascal Flatts) and “FridayNight,” the lead single from his self-titled debut album. The Texas native is a recent GRAMMY nominee in the Best Country Duo/Group category for “The Driver,” performed by Lady Antebellum’s Charles Kelley. USA Today calls Paslay “flat out-brilliant” and American Songwriter names him an influencer of country music. Paslay recently released his back beat-driven groove “High Class,” the lead single from his sophomore album.

August 24: Shane McAnally, Josh Osborne, TBA

Shane McAnally

Shane McAnally is a multiple GRAMMY Award winning singer, songwriter, and record producer who has earned 36 No. 1s to date. McAnally was named Songwriter of the Year by the Academy of Country Music in 2014 and Hot Country Songwriter of the Year by Billboard in 2015. McAnally co-produced Kacey Musgraves 2012 award-winning debut album, Same Trailer Different Park, and her 2015 follow-up Pageant Material. He’s also produced for Sam Hunt, Old Dominion, Midland, Walker Hayes and more. McAnally earned a 4x Platinum No. 1 with “Body Like A Backroad,” written by Sam Hunt, McAnally, Josh Osborne, and Zach Crowell. The single wass the longest-reigning No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Song chart. Earlier this year, McAnally announced his co-presidency of Monument Records in conjunction with Sony Records.

Josh Osborne

Josh Osborne is a multi-platinum, GRAMMY Award winning songwriter based in Nashville, Tenn. who has had 14 No. 1s on the Country charts. Originally from Kentucky, Osborne moved to Nashville to hone his craft, earning his first No.1 with Kenny Chesney’s “Come Over” in 2012. Osborne has been nominated for ten awards by the Academy of Country Music, American Country Awards, ASCAP, Country Music Association, Music Row and NARAS. Osborne has been nominated twice for Songwriter of the Year by the ACM and has received multiple CMA Triple Play Awards for having three No. 1 songs on the charts in a 12 month period.

The Bluebird Cafe Concert Series features Nashville’s renowned singers, songwriters, and musicians. We’re pleased to partner with the original Bluebird Cafe to bring these talented artists to Sundance.

We are pleased to announce that due to popular demand, we have added a fifth show for August 25.

2018 Artists

July 6: Liz Rose, Phil Barton, Billy Montana

July 13: Jessi Alexander, Deric Ruttan, Jonathan Singleton

August 17: Eric Paslay, Michael Tyler, Emily Weisband

August 24 & 25: Shane McAnally, Josh Osborne, Matt Jenkins

Ticket Information
July 6 – Limited lawn seating available, BBQ still available
July 13 – Sold out, BBQ still available
August 17 – Sold out, BBQ still available
August 24 – Sold out, BBQ still available
August 25 – Lawn sold out, limited bench seating available, BBQ still available

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of seating is available?
We offer both bench seating and lawn seating.

Does bench seating have assigned seats?
The Bluebird Cafe bench seating is all assigned. When purchasing tickets you can choose the section, and seats will be automatically assigned.

Do the benches have backs on them, or are they simply bleacher seating?
The benches have back rests attached to them.

What does “general admission lawn” seating mean?
The lawn seating is general admission, which means seating is on a first come, first served basis. We recommend arriving early. Doors to the theatre open for seating beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Can I bring a chair to sit on the lawn?
Lawn chairs are not permitted on the lawn. Individuals who would like a back rest must purchase a bench seat or bring a beach chair that doesn’t exceed 24 inches in total height from the ground to the top of the chair. Blankets are also permitted and even recommended for all lawn seating.

How can I get the group rate?
The group rate is available for the Bluebird Cafe to any group with 20 or more members. This applies to tickets as well as the barbecue dinner. Group rates are only available over the phone by calling 801.734.4428.

Is there wheelchair access at the amphitheatre?
There are 6 wheelchair-specific areas in the bench seating area of the amphitheatre. Guests with wheelchairs are able to reserve the seats around these wheelchair areas so that they may sit with their group. This must be done in advance either by phone through the box office.

Do children require a ticket?
While we love having children at Sundance events, the Bluebird Cafe is intended for mature audiences. Due to the temperature variance, length of show and nature of the performance, we do not recommend bringing children under the age of 12.

All children age two and older require a ticket. Children under the age of two must sit on an adult’s lap. We strongly discourage bringing infants. Children who create a disturbance must be taken out of the theatre area immediately.

What is the inclement weather policy?
We will make every effort to complete each performance, rain or shine. No performance will be canceled due to weather prior to the 8:00 p.m. showtime. Please come prepared for inclement weather and dropping temperatures. No rainchecks or refunds will be issued. Should the weather conditions become threatening during the show, an announcement will be made on how we will proceed.

Is it cold up at the theatre?
Temperatures drop after the sun sets, so we recommend bringing jackets and/or blankets.

Are pets permitted at the events?
Service Animals are welcome at the Sundance Outdoor Amphitheater. All such animals must be under the control of their handlers at all times. Any animal that creates a disruption will be asked to leave the Amphitheater immediately; refunds will be distributed at the discretion of the house supervisor. Emotional Support Animals and pets are not permitted.

Are umbrellas allowed?Small umbrellas are allowed for rainy weather. Large umbrellas are not permitted.

Will tickets sell out?
Most likely. Anyone interested in tickets should make arrangements as early as possible.

How can I redeem a promotional code?
All promotional codes for the Bluebird Cafe must be redeemed online through www.sundanceresort.com.

How can I use my Sundance Gift Card towards Summer Theatre Tickets?
All tickets purchased with a Sundance Gift Card must be made in person at the Sundance Summer Box Office located on site at Sundance Resort.

May I take food and drink into the amphitheatre?
Yes. Food purchased at Sundance may be eaten in the amphitheatre. We do not allow any outside food or drink.

What kinds of concessions are sold?
Snacks, beverages and candy will be available at the concession stand. There is also a barbecue dinner available for purchase. No outside food or drink is allowed in the amphitheatre.

How do I get to the theatre once at Sundance?
The theatre is located about 500 yards up the hill from the base of Ray’s Lift. Guests are welcome to either walk or ride our tractor-pull ride up the hill to the amphitheatre. Sundance representatives will be present to direct guests to the amphitheatre. For all guests who park in the upper parking lot, a shuttle ride will be available from the parking lot to the base. Please allow 30 minutes from arrival to make your way to the theatre.

How early should we arrive for the show?
Plan on arriving at Sundance 30 minutes prior to the time you would like to arrive at the theatre. The doors open for each show at 7:00 p.m. with the performance beginning at 8:00 p.m. All lawn seating is first come, first served so we recommend guests arriving as early as possible. Bench seating is assigned and is recommended that guests arrive no later than 7:45 p.m. to the theatre so as to not disturb others.

Am I allowed to wait in line for the show to start?
Yes. Lines will normally begin to form on the more popular days at around 6:30 p.m.

What time does seating begin?
Doors will open at 7:00 p.m.

How long will the show last?
The performance starts at 8:00 p.m. and will last approximately 2 hours, concluding at about 10:00 p.m.

Is there an intermission?
No.

Following the performance, how do we return to our car?
Guests will be able to walk or ride the tractor from the amphitheatre to the base. For all guests who park in the upper parking lot, a shuttle ride will be available from the base to the parking lot.